Native Son

First released in 1940, Native Son tackles the brutal realities of living in a racially prejudiced society. Through its protagonist's story, it illustrates the devastating and tragic effects that systemic oppression can have on an individual.

•  Fans of social realism
•  Readers interested in racial themes
•  Followers of American literature

Richard Wright was an African-American author whose works revolve around racial themes, and his experiences growing up in the Jim Crow South. Wright is renowned for his portrayal of Black experiences in America, with Native Son being one of his most critically acclaimed novels.